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Summertime in Northern Michigan

Amanda Sutherland

August 26, 2017

This will probably be one of my most personal posts to date, but I’m excited to share it with you all. I flew into Traverse City, Michigan, which was an experience. The airport was so small I walked on to the runway to get off the plane. Although it was strange, I loved it because it felt like I was getting off a private jet.

We spent most of the trip boating in the day and living at the famous micro-brewery in town, Short’s. My family and I have been going to Short’s since I was a little kid and we get excited for it every year. I absolutely loved getting to hang out with my family and spending some time with my little from my sorority. Most importantly I got to meet my niece. She is two months old and it is my first time being an Aunt. Unfortunately I had a sinus infection in the beginning of the trip so I had to wait to hold her until the end. After Up North, I went to my hometown for a few days and caught up with friends and family. It was awesome to get that little fix of home.

The trip really made me realize how well New York is working out for me. I love visiting everyone, but I am so excited about the new special people I have met in NYC too. The trip made me feel really blessed and I can’t wait for my new niece to be bigger and bigger each time I visit.

Shop the Post:

Wolf and Whistle Swimsuit / Thread and Supply Beach Cover- Up / Eugenia Kim Hat (On Sale!) / Levi’s Shorts

Fall 2017 Nail Polish Trends

Amanda Sutherland

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August 18, 2017

The one thing I google every season is this exact title, “Fall 2017 Nail Polish Trends”, changing the season each time. I love having an on-trend nail polish color. The only thing is that now-a-days when I google this, it is some ungodly-challenging feat. I just want the simplistic popular colors and I get two-tone trends that I do not have the talent for. So here in its most basic form are the popular nail colors for Fall 2017. Get to painting!

BURNT ORANGE GREY-PURPLE CHROME

NEUTRAL FADED GREENS AND BLUES

3 Trends I’m Lusting Over Right Now

Amanda Sutherland

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August 11, 2017

I’m rocking one of my favorite trends right now at the Cha Cha Matcha in Nomad. I had to have this red purse. I tend to wear pretty muted colors and I was looking for a way to add some contrast to my wardrobe. Since I wear a lot of white and blue, red seemed to be the perfect trick for the pop I needed. Along with red bags, I am obsessing over white shoes. The white shoe look is so sleek and hopefully when my pair gets here I won’t automatically get them dirty. I am loving stripes right now too. I want to mix all the stripes: bold stripes, subtle stripes, multi-color stripes, you name it. Check out a few of my suggestions below by clicking the picture to get the look. Happy Shopping!

White Shoes

Stripes

Red Crossbody

NYC In A Weekend

Amanda Sutherland

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August 4, 2017

There are many things I love to do in NYC, but if I were here for just a weekend this is what I’d do.

1. I would check out the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This is the most gorgeous museum I have ever been to. Every room is more beautiful than the next, not to mention the most amazing fashion exhibit. Be sure to head to the rooftop for a phenomenal view and a charming glass of rosé.

2. Head to Smorgasburg. I love a trendy food spot, but a whole array of trendy food spots right next to the river, make it the best option.

3. Get wine and macarons at Laduree in Soho. This is the most adorable garden patio. The atmosphere is to die for and so is the dessert!

4. Go to the Standard Biergarten. This is just an awesome lively spot where you can meet people from all over. They have a few table games and the most delicious beer and brats. Don’t forget to grab a pretzel bigger than your head as well!

5. Black Tap NYC. An iconic milkshake like this needs to be tried by everyone. If you’re coming to the city make sure to grab one of these mile-high creations.

6. Times Square. This just has to happen. You have to go at night so you feel like a little bug in the middle of a huge advertisement. It is fun to see every time.

7. Bars at night: Fat Cat for all sorts of bar games, No Fun for a lively place with a bit of dancing, Nurse Bettie for a funny burlesque show and The Flower Shop for some fashion and 1970’s vibes.

GET THE LOOK:

Thread and Supply Dress / Thread and Supply Jacket / Thursday Boots

Photos by the amazing William Cudd

5 Things Every New York Girl Should Carry in Her Purse

Amanda Sutherland

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July 27, 2017

Living in a city where you generally only use your apartment to sleep can only lead to strategic purse packing. There are a few things that I never leave my apartment without and I wanted to let you guys in on what I haul around everyday.

Item #1: An umbrella. If the forecast has the slightest chance of rain you bet I’m packing this necessity.

Item #2: Your go-to lipstick. You never know when your friend is going to text you last minute to meet up for dinner or drinks. This will dress you up in a second and you won’t feel like you look like garbage after a long day of work.

Item #3: A great concealer. Surprise! Your stress at work has caught up to you during the day and your skin is showing it. The alternate cause is the deathly NYC humidity that has melted away your perfectly placed makeup. Either way don’t go the whole day feeling self conscious about your skin, always have back up.

Item #4: Mints. A no-brainer, but necessary. You got in late last night and didn’t have time to make food for work the next day. You buy food, but you didn’t realize the pad thai you just bought was heavy on the onions. This is where your emergency mints come in handy.

Item #5: Body Spray. Those travel mists that your grandma gave you for Christmas, most likely because they were a gift with purchase? These are perfect to carry around with you in case of any 10 minute waits in the infamous oven also known as the subway.

This on-the-go look is ready for anything: the heat, the wind that lifts up your skirt and the bag that carries it all. Shop it below!

Shop the look:

Zaful Jumpsuit / Fossil Bag / London Rebel Slides / Quay Sunglasses

Repurpose Your OTS

Amanda Sutherland

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July 14, 2017

Tired of all the off-the-shoulder tops you’ve collected in the past two years? Looking for a way to spice them up since your closet is filled now? I have the perfect hack to change things up a bit.

Take your favorite summer tank dress and layer on top of your favorite OTS. It can really change your life and give you way more outfit combinations than you originally had. I love the peek-a -boo shoulder it gives you too, it’s such a nice added touch.

I just got this dramatic OTS from Sammy Dress and I am obsessed. Every move you make is also dramatic and fun.

Shop the look:

Off The Shoulder Top / Jean Tank Dress / Furla Purse / Asos Boots

Sass Beach Rules

Amanda Sutherland

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July 7, 2017

Having a great time at the beach comes with some rules to optimize your fun. You need all the essentials and all the know-how to keep your beach day perfect.

Rule #1 Apply sunscreen every time you go in the water, not just after the first time…every single time. I know I’m pale, but my tan friends were aching too after not following this rule.

Rule #2 Always bring a water bottle to the beach. Whether you’re building a sandcastle, have become completely parched or don’t want anyone seeing you drink your favorite beach cocktail, it is a necessity.

Rule #3 Do not decide the water is too cold until you get past your lady (man) parts. The ocean is cold, but getting past that crucial point is when you can really decide if you can do it or not. (Would not have had such an amazing game of frisbee in the ocean if it wasn’t for this rule.)

Rule #4 Stay away from rocks. I’m not saying this because they’re dangerous. I’m saying this because that is where trash collects. Avoid this area at all costs.

Rule #5 Bring the heat at the beach. That means towels, snacks, cards, sandcastle building supplies, kites, frisbees, volleyballs, speakers, those unnecessary chairs with roofs on them, etc. Whatever it may be, bring all the things and enjoy.

Rule #6 Bring cash for your mandatory ice cream at the end of the day. Your sweet tooth will thank me later.

I absolutely loved this one piece swimsuit from Zaful. It was a little cheeky because of my long torso, but it looked amazing. I also don’t think I would have survived without a beautiful and strong beach bag. All of the items that you need to bring to the beach can be accommodated by this bag (minus the chairs from Rule #5 haha). Get the look details below.

Shop My Look:

Zaful Swimsuit /Vera Bradley Bag / Levi’s Shorts / Similar Cover-Up / Quay x Desi Perkins Sunglasses

Summer Whites

Amanda Sutherland

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June 29, 2017

‘Tis the season for your best summer whites. What other time of year is better to wear white? None. This opinion may come from the fact that a summer glow may be the only thing keeping me from looking washed out here.

I initially wanted to wear this piece without the cami. I was about to leave my apartment, when I realized that the deep-V look was a bit much in this BCBG piece. All I had was a nude cami, but camis have that ugly rim to them. I wanted it to look more luxe. I ended up draping my cami sideways inside the jumpsuit to give it that scoop neckline. It ended up looking quite elegant and I was pretty proud of myself for creating such a gorgeous hack.

I paired this look with my metallic mules from London Rebel and a statement pair of Urban Outfitter earrings. It was difficult not to look at my reflection in this look.

Shop the pieces below by clicking the pictures, ordered from most expensive to least. 🙂

A Fashion Girl’s Guide To San Francisco

Amanda Sutherland

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June 20, 2017

So last weekend I headed to San Francisco for my very first time. It was such a beautiful place and extremely hill-y as expected. I got to hang out with my aunt, uncle and cousins all weekend and explore the city. Before I went I tried to find an article similar to the one I am writing now, but did not have the best luck. So I made this blog post for any fashion girls heading to San Francisco. 🙂

I took the ferry into the city on Saturday morning. The bay was the most beautiful sight. Mountains with gorgeous houses piled all the way to the top, truly a sight you must-see for yourself.

My first must-see place that I stopped at was Mr. Holmes Bakehouse. It is known for its top of the line baked goods and its instagrammable allure. I had a matcha dipped croissant and thought I died and went to heaven.

My second must-see was The Painted Ladies. This is an amazing spot to relax at. The view of The Painted Ladies and the entire skyline is really an ideal place to enjoy the city.

My third must-see would have to be the trolley rides. They are so iconic and are a staple to the city. You can hop on one especially closer to the ferries where there are a lot of tourist attractions.

A few other things I enjoyed was walking down the pier, peaking into different art galleries and stopping by the local In-N-Out. If you’re looking for a few other activities, next time I want to go to The Palace Hotel for tea. Such a gorgeous looking venue, I would definitely put it on your list. Also I wanted to go to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and bike the Golden Gate Bridge (Uber-ing over it was good enough for me this time). I highly recommend all of these activities during your visit. I had such an awesome time and hope you do too! Scroll down for my outfit details.

Sammy Dress Top / BDG Jeans / ASOS Boots / Pink Haley Handbag / Kestan Necklace/ Kapten and Son Sunglasses

Crops and Metallics

Amanda Sutherland

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June 2, 2017

I’ve always loved a good metallic piece to spice up an outfit. When I saw this skirt I died a little bit inside. It is absolutely gorgeous and although I did get a few hilarious replies to my Instagram stories, I must assure you it is not tin foil nor insulation. The skirt is so unique with it’s shape. A pear-shape girl like me was so excited for a longer back of the skirt than the front. I paired this with an Opening Ceremony crop top to reach the ultimate city look. I rounded my outfit off with my staple bomber and jean jacket. It may have just been Memorial Day Weekend, but it is not summer yet NYC. (Maybe the skirt was for insulation lol)

Shop the look:

McQ Skirt – lower price option – bargain / Opening Ceremony Crop Top – lower price option / ASOS bomber jacket

Photo Credit: Taylor King Photography